what does it mean Garconniere per room?

Answer 1

I had never heard this word, and I was curious. So...I did the research for you. Seems that a garconniere is some kind of sleeping loft. It is specific to a type of Cajun (New Orleans) architecture known as Acadian.

The following information may be helpful. It is cut and pasted from www.suite101.com

From the website:

The Acadian exiles built their south Louisiana homes according to the style which had been common in their Canadian homeland. One of the most distinctive parts of Acadian architecture was the steep pitch of a gabled roof. This feature provided enough space for a sleeping area in the cabin's attic. The loft was traditionally reserved for the young men of the family and became called the "garconniere." Although large windows or doors at opposite sides of the loft allowed for air circulation, the space was likely to be unbearable and unused during summer. Some homes had a permanent narrow stairway built on the front porch, while others merely used a ladder to reach the loft's exterior trapdoor.

Hope this helps. I learned something new, too!